Our Truck Driving programs are a customized series of courses that meet Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements. We are currently offering Class A and Class B courses.
The Class A license is considered the “universal” CDL, providing the opportunities for driving several different types of commercial trucks and tractor trailers weighing over 10,000 pounds.
The Class B license provides opportunities for driving several different types of commercial trucks and tractor trailers weighing under 10,000 pounds.
In order to obtain a CDL, you must complete the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Theory course as well as Behind the Wheel training from an approved training provider as mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Our Theory course is 100% online and allows you to work at your own pace. Once Theory is complete and you finish your required prerequisites, you can register for our Behind the Wheel course. Please see below for a full list of prerequisites. During your Behind the Wheel training, you will learn how to maneuver our Class A/Class B vehicles in confined spaces, including backing skills on our driving range. Once you are proficient, you will move on to Road training and finish the course with testing at the DMV if deemed proficient.
Courses Offered: (for additional information, click on the blue hyperlink course names towards the bottom of the page)
- ELDT CDL Class A/B Theory : $795
- 100% Online, at your own pace thru our online classroom. This course meets the FMCSA mandated requirement for "Theory and Knowledge Training."
- Includes required textbook and drug/alcohol screening required for behind the wheel training.
- Class A (Manual) Behind the Wheel Training: $5995
- Prerequisites must be completed prior to registering. For registration approval, please send documentation of prerequisites to continuingeducation@lsc.edu
- 12 days of in person skills training. Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Also includes one trip to the DMV to take your CDL exam.
- Class B (Auto) Behind the Wheel Training: $1995
- Prerequisites must be completed prior to registering. For registration approval, please send documentation of prerequisites to continuingeducation@lsc.edu
- 5 days of in person skills training. Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Also includes one trip to the DMV to take your CDL exam.
- HazMat Endorsement Training: $250
- 100% Online, at your own pace thru our online classroom.
- This training meets US DOT, TSA, PHMSA, and FMCSA curriculum standards for HazMat entry-level driver training and is required before you're allowed to test at the DMV.
- Includes required textbook
- School Bus Endorsement Training: $250
- 100% online, at your own pace. This training satisfies the requirement if you need a School Bus endorsement on your CDL or CLP and want to take the test at your DMV. This training meets US DOT, TSA, PHMSA, and FMCSA curriculum standards for School Bus Endorsement training, and is listed on the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry (TPR).
- Passenger Endorsement Training: $250
- 100% online, at your own pace. This training satisfies the requirement if you need a Passenger endorsement on your CDL or CLP and want to take the test at your DMV. This training meets US DOT, TSA, PHMSA, and FMCSA curriculum standards for School Bus Endorsement training, and is listed on the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry (TPR).
Behind the Wheel Training Requirements
For a list of things that may restrict you from attending, please click here: CDL Program Restrictions
Students must be able to pass and possess the following:
- Forms
- Theory (separate course registration)
- Students must pass with an 80% or better
- DOT physical (student responsibility, self-pay)
- Permit (student responsibility, obtained at DMV, self-pay) Please study using the CDL manual and practice tests. You must have your permit for a minimum of 14 days before you can test.
- Class A Endorsements (General Knowledge, Combination, Air Brakes)
- Class B Endorsements (General Knowledge, Air Brakes)
- Copy of driving record (student responsibility, obtained at DMV, self-pay)
- Drug/Alcohol Screening (Scheduled once you send proof of DOT and permit, included in Theory course cost)
- ePassport provided by LSC, testing at DC Testing in Superior, WI unless other arrangements are made)
Please familiarize yourself with the Federal Highway Administration drug and alcohol testing regulations and LSC's Drug & Alcohol Free Campus Regulations:
Please send copies of permit, driving record, and DOT physical to continuingeducation@lsc.edu for registration approval.
Behind the Wheel Training Location:
Emergency Response Training Center
11501 Hwy 23
Duluth, MN 55808
Registration and Payment Options: (Payment is required in full at the time of registration)
Online: Select your course(s) below to register and pay online
Phone: Call 218-733-7680 to register and pay over the phone
While our program is not financial aid eligible, there may be payment/financing options available to you from private sources.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation requests must be made 7 business days prior to the first day of class in order to receive a refund. Once past this deadline, no refund will be given.
If a class is not listed below, or it’s not offered at this time, let us know which class interests you. We’ll contact you when it’s available.
